B1 Vocabulary

1. Multiple choice

Choose the best word to complete the sentence.

1. My grandfather is 80 years old; he is quite __________.

2. She has long, red hair and little brown spots all over her nose called __________.

3. He doesn't have any hair left on his head; he is completely __________.

4. People who are good at sports often look strong and __________.

5. She has to __________ contact lenses because she can't see without them.

2. Drag and drop

Click the word, then click the gap to place it. Click the gap to remove it.

1. If your hair isn't straight, it's probably or wavy.

2. The man has a lot of grey hair on his chin; he has a big .

3. Someone who is below average height is considered .

4. She looks very happy when she laughs; she has a lovely .

5. After spending two weeks on the beach, he got a nice .

3. Match term and definition

Click a word on the left, then click its definition on the right to make a pair. Correct pairs turn green immediately.

4. Fill in the Gap

Type the correct word from the lexicon into the gap and click check.

slim

wrinkles

muscular

ponytail

suit

1. My grandmother has many _________ around her eyes, showing she has lived a long life.

2. He is very _________ and exercises at the gym every day.

3. She is very _________ so she often buys her clothes in the "small" section.

4. I think a man looks very smart in a clean _________ and tie.

5. She keeps her long hair tidy by tying it back in a _________ on top of her head.

5. Open Exercises - Self-Evaluation

Answer these questions using the required words (5 minimum) from the lexicon in each answer. These exercises require self-evaluation using the revised rubric below.

Self-Evaluation Rubric (Maximum 2 Points per Question)

Points	Criteria
+1 Point	Required Vocabulary: You successfully incorporated all 5 bolded words/phrases (or accepted alternatives) into your description.
+1 Point	Grammar and Clarity: The sentence structure is correct, clear, and the required words are used appropriately (e.g., using an adjective as an adjective, not a noun). The description must cover at least three categories (height, hair, general looks, built, clothes).

1. Describe your best friend.

Required words: tall, curly, handsome, well-built, jeans

2. Describe a person you see every day (like a colleague, neighbour, or family member).

Required words: medium height, wavy, slim, blouse, glasses

3. What clothes and accessories do you usually wear when you go out for a special dinner? (Describe yourself)

Required words: short, suit (or dress), jewellery, nice, leather (e.g., shoes/jacket)

4. Imagine you are describing an elderly man. What five things would you mention about his appearance?

Required words: elderly, bald, wrinkles, overweight, tie

5. Describe a famous actor or actress.

Required words: pretty (or handsome), long, thin, beard (or freckles), elegant

👤 B1 Vocabulary: Physical Appearance